Judaic Studies Teacher
2 weeks ago
**Position Summary**
Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School, located in Chicago, IL, seeks **an outstanding Judaic Studies teacher** for the **2024-2025 school year** with experience teaching Jewish texts using a progressive approach, particularly Chumash (third and fourth grade) and/or middle school Tanakh and Mishnah.
This teacher should be confident to challenge and be challenged by colleagues as we develop and implement creative and innovative ideas that foster intellectual, spiritual, and social growth in our students. Our Judaic curriculum is based upon primary texts and Modern Orthodox practice with deep respect for the vastly different practices of Judaism within our community.
**Educational Approach**
- Focus on student inquiry, wondering, and exploration
- Collaborate on curriculum with colleagues both vertically within the Judaic studies team and horizontally across grade-levels. Including, but not limited to, the development and implementation of interdisciplinary learning units of study
- Maintain a learner’s mindset--seeking to grow as a teacher, seek out and implement best practices, and interact with colleagues as both mentors and partners
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of Judaic studies teaching experience; Master’s degree preferred
- Belief in the ability of all students to learn and succeed
- Experience developing healthy, supportive relationships with students
- Positive energy and can-do attitude
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Comfort and confidence with technology
- Flexibility and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
**General Responsibilities**
- Plan and facilitate Judaic studies classes; differentiate as needed
- Partner with colleagues to plan and facilitate interdisciplinary learning units and holiday celebrations
- Lead and support students in tefillah
- Supervise students as needed in advisory, lunch, recess, hallways, etc.
- Work closely with colleagues to ensure individual students’ needs are met
- Develop and promote proactive and positive communications with parents
- Sponsor and/or supervise special interest student clubs as needed
- Embrace the school values and support efforts to promote Akiba-Schechter
**How to Apply**
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a sample lesson plan to. In your cover letter, please explain why you are excited about Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School and how your experiences and skills will help further our mission.
This is a **full or part time**, in-person position with a salary commensurate with experience, ranging from $35,000 - $65,000 annually (depending on employment level), and includes benefits.
**About Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School**:
Akiba-Schechter is a preschool through 8grade private school located in Hyde Park. It was established as a unique venture in Jewish education when Akiba South Side Jewish Day School and Solomon Schechter South Side School joined forces in 1972.
Since its merger, Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School has embraced its mission to provide an excellent general and Judaic education to a diverse community of Jewish children from all over Chicagoland. Through a focus on the individual student, multi-age classrooms, and project-based learning, Akiba-Schechter offers a unique and superb educational experience where all learners thrive. For more information, visit.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
School type:
- Private school
Work Location: In person
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